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Spa Heaven: Ragdale Hall

Is your partner planning a treat for St. Valentine's? If so, why not lovingly steer him towards Raghale Hall for a romantic, truly pampering retreat this February 14th. The Ragdale Hall Health Hydro and Thermal Spa, located in the picturesque rolling Leicestershire countryside, ticks every romance box for a quintessentially English, blissfully indulgent break that brushes away the winter blues and GLAMOUR girls everywhere will adore.

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Combining state-of-the-art facilities with the charm of traditional Victorian architecture - this hotel has to be experienced to be believed. Those looking for total relaxation and a spot of decadent 'me' time, look no further! This multi-award winning retreat - even bagging the accolade of Best Spa in Europe, no less - couldn't come more highly recommended.

From the second your toes touch the tarmac, you needn't lift a manicured finger. Ragdale know how to make their guests feel welcome - and 100% relaxed - instantly. From the valet ready to park your car to the courteous bellhop waiting to carry your luggage, the service really is unrivalled and delivers on every little detail.

Sleeping

Ragdale Hall rooms boast chic and elegant deco, dripping in a palette of soft pastels and serene blue hues that ooze tranquillity. Offering awe-inspiring views, big bouncy beds and a bathroom to-die-for, it may be difficult to drag yourself away from your own private haven, but drag you must, because…

Spa-ing

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Ragdale is truly the Rolls Royce of the spa world. Even the most tightly-wound urbanite would be hard pushed to stay stressed in this ethereal environment where everyone floats around in fluffy robes and slippers (you'd be mistaken for thinking this was the dress code!) with the kind of blissed-out expression you only get from feeling 100% hassle-free.

Combining spa techniques from every corner of the globe, including Italy, Greece, Japan and Sweden, the spa boasts 50 treatment rooms, a 25m swimming pool, whirlpools, a state-of-the-art gym and even a designated relaxation room with mattresses and blankets where everyone simply nods off over their latest copy of GLAMOUR.

However, it's the much-celebrated Thermal Spa that really got this beauty junkie salivating! With a breathtakingly-gorgeous candle pool., waterfall pools, a colour flow cave (you'll feel like you're in your own private hideaway in the Tropics), volcanic salt bath, rose sauna and experience showers (tropical thunderstorm, anyone?) - you simply HAVE to sample everything on offer. What's more, there's cosy nooks and crannies a'plenty, perfect for you and your loved one to really indulge in some quality time together away from the stresses of daily life.

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Dining

With Ragdale's ethos in mind, you'd be forgiven for thinking that the in-house dining would consist of carrot sticks and mineral water. Wrong. While everything on the menu at this retreat is 100% healthy and freshly-produced, there is plenty on offer and you certainly won't be left feeling hungry! The meals are perfectly balanced and the menu shows you which is the healthier option - so the choice is all yours! Both lunch and dinner are a three course affair and there's plenty to entice the decadent diner. There are seriously tasty soups for starters, roast meats or fish for mains with unlimited salad bar and accompaniments, and berry crumbles with cream for dessert. All meals are followed by an optional complimentary coffee/juice served at the Veranda Bar where you can also treat yourself to the odd glass of wine!

One tip: leave your black tie and ballgown at home - there's no need to dress up for dinner. After all, you're here to relax. Which leads us on to the yummy breakfast in bed - swoon! See, this stay couldn't be more perfect for a romantic retreat!

Booking

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Sold? No doubt. Ragdale Hall are currently offering The Romantic Getaway package for Valentine's breaks. Available throughout February and March 2011, including:

- All meals - Use of all facilities and services - A chilled bottle of champagne in your room on arrival - The choice of a 50 minute Pure Bliss Facial or Moisture Melt Face & Back Therapy.